Impact investor working with other nonprofits, private sector, and government to maximize impact in work, housing, and health.
Joined September 2016
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“The Oklahoma Impact Investing Collaborative is an excellent way for philanthropy to maximize their investments and to encourage local government to participate in pay for success structures benefitting hardworking Oklahomans.” -Robert J. Ross, @InasmuchFdn Chairman & CEO
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Thank you @MidconVC & @CortadoVentures for hosting Ed and diving into #socialimpact in Oklahoma. Our Collaborative provides a unique platform for bringing together public and private capital for innovative opportunities to maximize impact and accountability.
Research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) shows trauma strongly impacts lifetime well-being. Ed Long overcame his own trauma to pursue higher education and now drives change, using economic models to tackle social issues & attract diverse capital. Tune in at link in bio!
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Thank you #MidconMarkup and Cortado Ventures for the opportunity! Stay tuned for the full episode October 24. #socialimpact #impactinvesting
In the next #MidconMarkup episode, Cody Merrill talks with Ed Long, President of the Oklahoma Impact Investing Collaborative. Ed shares how his journey as a public servant drives his mission to help others realize their potential and build a life of purpose! #EdLong #MetaFund
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If you aren't already following the #MidconMarkup podcast, you are missing out on great content. Thank you @MidconVC @CortadoVentures & host, Cody Merrill, for inviting us to talk about #socialimpact. Stay tuned for the release on Oct. 24 and check out their excellent content!
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“…Collaborative will provide a low-interest loan to Legal Aid Services Oklahoma to underwrite LASO’s statewide efforts to provide free legal representation and counsel to tenants facing eviction hearings...” @TheOklahoman_ @OklahomaWatch
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"Social impact investing leverages business strategies to address society’s most pressing challenges. By partnering with like-minded investors, we amplify our efforts & advance our mission to drive sustainable, systemic change, for Oklahoma's youngest children" @AJ_GriffinOK
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Thank you @PottsFamilyFdn and @AJ_GriffinOK for investing with us! Learn more at metafund.org/oklahoma-impact…
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We are thrilled to join Patrice and Emily with @ohaconnect and healthcare leaders from across the state at today’s launch of the Oklahoma Center for Nursing! #workforce #nursing #healthcare
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Thank you to @MaycombOutcomes and our Collaborative investors for supporting #ruralhealth by investing in Community Health Workers!
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A $2 million loan will pay for legal aid services for an estimated 1,800 Oklahomans, said LASO Executive Drector Michael Figgins. oklahoman.com/story/news/202…
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“An innovative Oklahoma investing collaborative…will provide financial backing to Legal Aid Services Oklahoma’s Tenant Right-to-Counsel program, potentially saving millions in taxpayer dollars while helping to keep Oklahomans in their homes.” #housing
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We are honored to help facilitate the @ohaconnect board retreat today, and grateful for the #impact they and their member hospitals across the state have on the daily lives of our families, friends, and neighbors. #oklahoma #healthcare
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"Credit Heather Warlick’s reporting on evictions for helping $2 million find its way to Oklahoma tenants facing eviction in the form of free legal help." Check out Ted Streuli's First Watch newsletter.
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“We are grateful for the opportunity to support Right to Counsel in Oklahoma City and Tulsa and look forward to seeing the program scale to serve more of our neighbors in need.” Ed Long, Collaborative President @JournalRecord @InasmuchFdn
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Oklahoma Impact Investing Collaborative will underwrite Right-to-Counsel efforts by Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma with a low-interest loan generated from local foundation investments.
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"Stout estimated that Oklahoma County and Tulsa County realized economic benefits of $6.3 million from the right-to-counsel program between August 1, 2022 and June 5, 2024." @LegalAidSvcs_OK @OklahomaWatch @InasmuchFdn
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We were honored to join this incredible group on the shark panel for the @unitedwayokc 2024 WayFinder grant supporting innovative solutions from amazing nonprofits in Central Oklahoma. The future is bright! #MoreIsPossible
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Thank you to @JournalRecord for sharing this exciting news! #workforcedevelopment #PublicPrivatePartnerships
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